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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which examines topics regarding open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in blended learning technology have made it possible for students all around the world to be participants in online classes. These massive online courses are normally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online learning institutions must deal with in 2015 because learning technology is developing so swiftly. This scholarly volume offer guidelines for educators hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning environment. How can participants be assured that the teaching provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of low motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more procurable there is a growing desideratum to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and numerous other participants desire to be more aware of these interesting new open education endeavours. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To handle this growing need for data the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This gripping new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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